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Lymphocytic interstitial pneumonitis (LIP) in Sjögren's syndrome

Case contributed by Eleonora Tricarico
Diagnosis probable

Presentation

Dry mouth and eyes.

Patient Data

Age: 55 years
Gender: Female

Thin-walled lung cysts and enlargement of the left submandibular gland noted.

Enlargement of the left submandibular gland and atrophy of the right submandibular gland.

Case Discussion

In most cases the diagnosis of Sjögren syndrome (SS) is made clinically based on the sicca syndrome combined with serology of antinuclear antibodies. 

This pathology involves in most cases the parotid glands, but the submandibular glands also may be involved. 

Interstitial pneumonia is frequently observed in patients with SS, who commonly present with a dry cough.

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